Russell's power

Article Abstract:

Bertrand Russell's notion of power is inherently contradictory. He combines the different forms power takes with a psychological thesis on political leaders' will to power for dominating people. Of the naked, revolutionary and traditional powers, the last two depend on assent. Abuse of such power can be stopped by spontaneous coordination of dissent. However, such coordination rarely occurs in history, and fails to continue for long even when it occurs. Effort to end US war against Vietnam is explained in this context.

Analysis, Criticism and interpretation, Power (Philosophy), Balance of power, Russell, Bertrand

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If it rained knowledge

Article Abstract:

The primary task of applying the economic theory of ordinary knowledge at street level to understand science is discussed. The street-level theory is basically economic and pragmatic in nature; therefore learning medical science is not for ordinary persons.

Sciences education, Science education, Knowledge

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Fuller and Rouse on the legitimation of scientific knowledge

Article Abstract:

Fuller and Rouse's views on the legitimation of scientific knowledge are discussed. Fuller provides a political response to the legitimation project, while Rouse rejects the legitimation of the place of scientific knowledge in our culture.

Social science research, Philosophy of science

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